Tahoe Donner News July 2019

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THE BUZZ:

Board Meeting Recaps

ASSOCIATION UPDATES

Message from the General Manager

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Local Public Agency Updates

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BLAZING TRAILS

Volunteers are integral in maintaining Tahoe Donner’s most popular amenity

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Green Waste

Tahoe Donner Covenants Rules

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2019 Board of Director Election Results

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Briefs

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Truckee Area Campfire Ban

MEET THE TAHOE DONNER 4 WHEELERS

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Architectural Standards Office Updates + Reminders

A trail run ride-along with a Tahoe Donner club

Quick Calendar

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Budget Timeline

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FEATURES

EVENTS, DINING + UPDATES

Amenity Updates, Programs + Events

Club Updates

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Dining Hours + Specials

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It Takes a Village: Members Contribute to the Local Community

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Best of Tahoe Donner: Summer Adventures

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Martis Wildlife Area Update

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Where in the World Is TD News?

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REDUCING WILDFIRE THREAT A new resource about forest health and fire hazard mitigation in Tahoe Donner

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VOLUME 20 | NO. 07

JULY 2019

EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION TEAM Christina Schwartz Lindsay Hogan Tiffany Connolly Jen Malone

Drew Deurlington Derek Moore Amber Barrett

SENIOR MANAGEMENT Robb Etnyre | General Manager retnyre@tahoedonner.com Michael Salmon | Director of Finance msalmon@tahoedonner.com Miguel Sloane | Director of Operations msloane@tahoedonner.com Annie Rosenfeld | Director of Risk + Real Property arosenfeld@tahoedonner.com Forrest Huisman | Director of Capital Projects fhuisman@tahoedonner.com Christina Schwartz | Director of Marketing + Member Relations cschwartz@tahoedonner.com Miah Cottrell | Director of Information Technology mcottrell@tahoedonner.com Tom Knill | Director of Human Resources tknill@tahoedonner.com

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President | Charles Wu cwu@tahoedonner.com Vice President | Don Koenes dkoenes@tahoedonner.com Treasurer | Jeff Connors jconnors@tahoedonner.com Secretary | Jim Roth jroth@tahoedonner.com Director | Jennifer Jennings jjennings@tahoedonner.com Board of Directors board@tahoedonner.com

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MESSAGE FROM THE

GENERAL MANAGER Welcome to Summer at your personal mountain resort! As a member, you and your guests are about to enjoy a complete Tahoe-lifestyle mountain summer as it was originally envisioned when this community was founded in 1971. Our summer started with the annual membership meeting and board of director election, this year with a record breaking 44.2% eligible voter participation turnout! Please join me in welcoming our two new board members, Charles C. Wu and Jim Roth. I’d also like to thank Michael Fajans and Suzy Knisely for volunteering to step in and fill an unexpected director vacancy this past year. Their dedication, professionalism and service to our community is widely recognized and has set the example for others.

As you relax this summer in your mountain recreational community, there are a few things you should know about the association: • Tahoe Donner, considered one of the largest common interest communities in the United States, covers over 7,300 acres and is comprised of 6,473 assessed units with approximately 25,000 members.

Tahoe Donner is an IRS 501(c)(4) Social Welfare Organization and California NonProfit Mutual Benefit Corporation.

• Stay informed about Tahoe Donner summer amenities, activities and events in our weekly activity guides, available at each amenity, at the Member Services office, on tahoedonner.com, and via other communication channels. Sign up for our weekly email blasts (at tahoedonner.com/subscribe) that provide real-time information on events, promotions and important association news.

Information can also be found in this issue of Tahoe Donner News that was sent to your primary address.

• Membership cards are now available for digital download, just talk with our Member Services office at Northwoods Clubhouse.

• The 2019 annual assessment of $1,965 is comprised of both an operating ($880) and capital ($1,085) component and is adjusted annually to meet requirements approved by the board of directors to operate and maintain the wide variety of amenities available to the community.

The operating component of the assessment only funds approximately 29% of the annual operating cost in our user-based amenity system, with 71% funded by users. Users of each amenity, program or activity offered by the association are expected to pay for their use. Some amenities are only open to members and guests, while many are also open to the general public.

The combination of these elements is extremely important in keeping the annual operating assessment low by asking individuals to pay for their use of the amenities and selling our excess capacity to the general public to subsidize our year-round fun. Various daily, multi-day and annual access options to our private and public amenities are available in order to provide our large and diverse membership a variety of purchase options.

The capital component of the assessment serves several functions and is 100% funded by owners. These include requirements to replace aging facilities and equipment components, purchasing new equipment, and maintaining modern recreational and support service offerings for the entire community. The annual and future projected (Continued on p. 4)

FEATURED EVENTS CSL# 845400

The Giving Fund provides scholarships for students and grants for local nonprofits. Buy tickets to the Giving Fund’s 5th Annual Dinner and Silent Auction and make an impact.

DATE: July 18 TIME: 6PM WHERE: Pavilion Tent at The Lodge

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

Win prizes at this fun neighborhood competition. Food and drinks will be available at Alder Creek Cafe and Trailside Bar. DATE: July 19 TIME: 5:30PM WHERE: Alder Creek Adventure Center COST: $5 per player – includes one drink

VOLUNTEER TRAIL WORK DAY

Get dirty and feel the satisfaction of contributing to one of Tahoe Donner’s most popular amenities.

Learn more about what it’s like to volunteer on page 8.

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JULY

EVENTS + MEETINGS JULY 3

Cowgirls + Cocktails

JULY 4

Truckee 4th of July Parade

JULY 5-6

Summer Concert on the Green

JULY 6

Margarita Madness Tennis Pro Exhibition

JULY 6

Pancakes + Ponies

JULY 6

Rock Climbing Clinic

JULY 10

Architectural Standards Meeting

JULY 11

Covenants Meeting

JULY 11

Finance Committee Meeting

JULY 11

Women’s Basic Bike Maintenance

JULY 13

Saturday Night BBQ at the Equestrian Center

JULY 13

Celestial Stargazing at Alder Creek Adventure Center

JULY 14

Breakfast at Wimbledon

JULY 16

Crawdad Fishing Contest

JULY 18

Giving Fund Dinner + Silent Auction

JULY 19

Friday Night Cornhole Tournament

JULY 19

Cowgirls + Cocktails

JULY 19

All Comers Golf Tournament

JULY 20

Burgers, Bratwurst + Tennis

JULY 20

Rock Climbing Clinic

JULY 20

Volunteer Trail Work Days

JULY 24

Architectural Standards Committee Meeting

JULY 27

Pancakes + Ponies

JULY 27

FUN-damental Mountain Biking Clinic (ages 8-10)

JULY 27

Women’s Introduction to Mountain Biking Part 1

JULY 28

FUN-damental Mountain Biking Clinic (ages 11-14)

JULY 28

Women’s Introduction to Mountain Biking Part 2

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cost of this is distributed evenly across the entire assessed population. Maintaining adequate reserves and saving for future projects, so as not to require special assessments, continues to be an important value of the association.

• The primary optional product Tahoe Donner offers to the membership only is the annual Recreation Pass, which is valid from May 1 through April 30 of the following year. For 2019, the cost is $290 and provides unlimited access to our private amenities and is considered an alternative to paying daily entrance fees.

Annually, approximately 55% of our owners purchase this project, with the other half choosing to pay daily entrance fees.

The Recreation Pass is valid for unlimited annual access to Trout Creek Recreation Center, Beach Club Marina and Tahoe Donner Tennis Center for all membership cards associated with each property. If you do not purchase a Recreation Pass, the cost per entry is $8 per member. Your

guests pay (regardless of your rec pass) a fee of $10 if accompanied by a member or $15 if unaccompanied by a member but with a guest pass. A daily fee will only be required to be paid once per individual per day, allowing access to all private amenities for the day.

• Management welcomes feedback at the association and there are several methods to facilitate this. Approach any of our team members, use member feedback screens at select amenities or via our website at tahoedonner.com/likemoji.

We are here to help make your experience at Tahoe Donner extraordinary. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call, email us, visit support.tahoedonner.com or stop by our Member Services office, which is open daily from 8AM to 5PM.

See you on the trails, ROBB ETNYRE | GENERAL MANAGER

MOBILE MEMBERSHIP CARDS A CONVENIENT AND FREE SERVICE AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY TO TAHOE DONNER MEMBERS, THE MOBILE MEMBERSHIP CARD ALLOWS YOU TO CHECK-IN TO SELECT AMENITIES RIGHT FROM YOUR PHONE. NO NEED TO HAVE YOUR PHYSICAL CARD WITH YOU FOR SCANNING.

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TAHOE DONNER CONTACTS Area Code (530)

MEMBER SERVICES Northwoods Clubhouse Open Daily 8AM-5PM 587-9400 | info@tahoedonner.com | Live chat on website

AMENITIES Beach Club Marina 587-9460 Bikeworks 582-9694 Cross Country Ski 587-9484 Downhill Ski Resort 587-9444 Equestrian Center 587-9470 Forestry 587-9432 Golf Course 587-9443 The Lodge 587-9455 Pizza on the Hill 582-9669 Recreation Hut 587-9413 Campground 587-9462 Tennis Center 587-9474 Trails 582-9672 Trout Creek 582-9603

marina@tahoedonner.com bikeworks@tahoedonner.com xc@tahoedonner.com ski@tahoedonner.com equestrian@tahoedonner.com forestry@tahoedonner.com golf@tahoedonner.com lodge@tahoedonner.com pizza@tahoedonner.com recreation@tahoedonner.com campground@tahoedonner.com tennis@tahoedonner.com trails@tahoedonner.com troutcreek@tahoedonner.com

ASSOCIATION COMMITTEE CHAIRS Architectural Standards Rod Whitten aso@tahoedonner.com Covenants Al Noyes + Len Leclerc covenantscommittee@ tahoedonner.com Elections Bette Rohrback electionscommittee@ tahoedonner.com

Finance Corey Leibow financecommittee@ tahoedonner.com General Plan Michael Sullivan iceman40@mac.com Giving Fund Suzanne Sullivan tdgf@tahoedonner.com

ASSOCIATION CHARTERED CLUB PRESIDENTS 9-Holers Women's Golf Shellie Poplin shelliepoplin@gmail.com

Men’s Golf Keith Williams krwilliams37a@gmail.com

Bridge Club Lynn Cordner lynn.cordner@gmail.com

Quilt Club Linda Brush sewlinda@aol.com

Equestrian Club Susan Terrell terrellsf@earthlink.net

Rowing Club Dot Mace dotmace@me.com

Friends of TD Trails B.R. Levine tdtrails@gmail.com

Senior Alpine Ski John Makin jmakin@sbcglobal.net

Hiking Club Robin Reese rbtahoe@sbcglobal.net

TD 4-Wheelers Club Bill Ratcliff club@td4wheelers.org

Junior Golf Club Jean Lai jslai@comcast.net

Tennis Michele Forsberg minkeysf@sbcglobal.net

Limited Abilities Persons’ Golf Mike Srago msrago@comcast.net

Women’s Golf Bettye Carmichael ibboop@suddenlink.net

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LETTER TO THE BOARD Provide feedback to help improve the overall association. Submit your comments and concerns to board@tahoedonner.com.

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Learn more at tahoedonner.com/feedback.

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FEATURE

Reducing

Wildfire Threat

TAHOE DONNER IS A FIREWISE COMMUNITY® Tahoe Donner Association received the Firewise Community® recognition in 2010 and has retained the distinction annually since then, making it the first eastern Nevada community to do so. In 2017, Tahoe Donner was awarded Firewise Community® of the year.

The Tahoe Donner Forestry Department continues to provide educational outreach and physical vegetation management services that enable homeowners to achieve and maintain a Firewise condition around their homes. Wildfire prevention is a way of life for Tahoe Donner homeowners and the area’s healthy forests are an example of the legacy these efforts will leave for generations to come.

FOREST HEALTH + FIRE HAZARD MITIGATION IN TAHOE DONNER Tahoe Donner is dedicated to maintaining a healthy forest within the association while minimizing the threat of forest fires. Of the 7,670 acres within Tahoe Donner, the association owns 5,080 acres while the other 2,622 acres are comprised of private properties, utility properties and public roads. Registered Professional Forester (RPF) Bill Houdyschell and his team are nationally regarded as leaders in their field and manage a variety of land management and fire prevention programs for the association and its property owners.

The Tahoe Donner Forestry Department works to create a healthy forest on the common areas of Tahoe Donner. This is done by: • Creating and maintaining fuel reduction zones in strategic areas • Removing brush and planting trees to establish a forest on the landscape • Masticating (mowing) brush from around trees to increase the growth of the forest, changing the arrangement of fuels and removing ladder fuels, which decreases the vertical continuity that allows fire to spread up into tree crowns • Creating a mosaic of practices to lessen visual disruption and encourage the propagation of wildlife species • Thinning dense forest stands through commercial logging operations or by hand crews • Maintaining the seasonal road system in the western portion of Tahoe Donner to lessen erosion and allow access for firefighting crews

FIRE HAZARD REDUCTION ZONES 562 ACRES

of Reforestation/ Fuel Breaks

652 ACRES

of Fuel Reduction Zones

1,338 ACRES

of Common Area

(and Maintains Approximately 67% for Fuel Reduction)

2,641 ACRES

of “Natural Stands”

FIRE MITIGATION PROGRAMS AVAILABLE TO HOMEOWNERS DEFENSIBLE SPACE INSPECTION PROGRAM

The forestry department helps homeowners bring their properties into compliance with state, local and association fire-safety standards to keep Tahoe Donner safe from wildfires. The programs consists of a 6-inspection cycle, with 1,000 properties being inspected each year.

DEAD TREE PROGRAM

Includes the removal of about 730 trees from association grounds annually

CHIPPING PROGRAM

Includes the removal of over 900 tons of green waste per year.

EXPERT CONSULTATIONS

Consultation on forest health and fire hazard mitigation is available to homeowners. Consultations result in an increase of 1,696 properties inspected per year, in addition to the 1,000 inspected as part of the defensible space program.

LOCAL FIRE PROTECTION Tahoe Donner exists within the Truckee Fire Protection District which is comprised of specialists in various areas of emergency, including structural firefighting, airport rescue firefighting, hazardous materials response and wildland firefighting.

NEW REGULATIONS FOR FIRE HAZARD MITIGATION

Truckee Fire Protection District has recently adopted several new Nevada County ordinances to further fire hazard mitigation in the area including: • Nevada County Ordinance 02-2019 – Defensible Space compliance at the time of property sale transactions • Nevada County Ordinance 03-2019 – Open Burning and Recreational Fire Ban that bans the use of woodburning and charcoal fires and barbeques during high fire season and conditions – NOW IN EFFECT Learn more about the Truckee Fire Protection District at truckeefire.org.

Homeowners:

We heard you!

We created a new resource about Tahoe Donner's progressive defensible space and forestry program that can help educate your insurance company if you are having difficulty maintaining or securing a homeowners insurance policy.

Pick up a copy at Member Services or download today at tahoedonner.com/preparedness.

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FEATURE JAN ROGERS

BLAZING TRAILS

VOLUNTEERS ARE INTEGRAL IN MAINTAINING TAHOE DONNER'S MOST POPULAR AMENITY

By TIFFANY CONNOLLY

Wild, beautiful, rugged and in your backyard, the Tahoe Donner trail system is a portal to the splendor of the High Sierra. From the impressionable to the retired, exploring the great outdoors is an experience to be enjoyed by everyone.

But trails don’t appear or remain free from overgrowth on their own. They must be created, maintained and restored.

One of the most loved Tahoe Donner Amenities wouldn’t exist without the hard work of the Trails Department and the sweat of dedicated volunteers.

The folks who donate their time and energy to the TD trail system maintain trail borders, restore water bars, sweep, reroute, blaze and retire trails, remove vegetation and fill holes. They level-out trails, create switchbacks and rock wall reinforcements and find tune what the Trails Department scratches out. Teams are focused on sustainable practices and meeting trail guidelines for slope and width. It’s hard but rewarding work.

The next time you step outside and onto the Tahoe Donner Trail System, give a silent thank-you to your neighbors who spend their days off raking, shoveling and moving rocks for everyone’s enjoyment. These are just a few of the many volunteers who create and maintain Tahoe Donner’s backyard.

Jan Rogers enjoys working on the trails with her two children. An IT professional, she has been a Tahoe Donner homeowner for 14 years and is looking forward to spending her first full year here this coming winter.

Along with her two kids, she was integral to the development of the new Teewinot Trail.

What Piqued Your Interest in the Trails Club?

I was looking for volunteer opportunities for my 14-year-old and learned about the Trails Club through a Google search – it actually came up on Eventbrite. I thought it would be a great thing for the entire family, so my 10 year old got to join in as well.

What Has Your Volunteerism Entailed?

Trail maintenance and trail blazing! Last year, a new trail [Teewinot] was being installed from Teton heading up to Glacier.

We spent time leveling the trail to make it easier on the feet and to ensure it met trail guidelines. We also back-cut into the slope to help with water run-off. The aim was to still have a trail after it rained. The younger kids spent a morning camouflaging a previous trail that wasn’t to be used any longer.

Oh, and we swept the trails – mighty good they looked after it too!

What is the Best Part About Doing Trail Work?

The physical labor and getting dirty – very dirty. Between school and working in the office, our weeks are somewhat sedentary.

This volunteer effort is a far cry from our day-to-day lives and its reward is seeing a job well done. Comparing the trail, or lack of trail, from when you walked up to it first thing in the morning to the finished item is so rewarding. There is a huge amount of satisfaction in seeing your efforts make a difference.

The TD trails department has a very small staff and a lot of trails to maintain. Without upkeep, nature will win, and we won't have these amazing trails"

TRUE GRIT Access a variety of loops above Alder Creek Adventure Center on this intermediate and flowy trail with a few short, steep sections and optional playful rock features. It’s a fun single-track alternative for access to trails near Sundance Hut and Hawk’s Peak.

Length: 1.7 miles Who it's for: Bikers and hikers Starting Point: True Grit starts across from the Moondance hut just before the road drops into the Euer Valley. True Grit ends at the intersection with the Upper Mother Lode trail on the northeast flank of Hawk’s Peak.

Do it: For intermediate to advanced trail users, take the trail from Moondance Hut to intersect with Mother Lode. Take Mother Lode down into the Euer Valley to ascend back up to Alder Creek Adventure Center via Cinnamon Twist. For easier rides, take True Grit from the Moondance Hut to intersect with Sundance Connector. Take Sundance Connector to loop back to Alder Creek Adventure Center via Cinnamon Twist.

GUY JOAQUIN

CHURCHILL + SUE GRIMES

JOIN THE TRAILS CLUB

Guy lives in the Bay Area and shares property with his family. His job as a project manager in IT allows him to work remotely and spend most of his summers in Tahoe Donner.

Churchill and Sue have been Tahoe Donner homeowners since 2004. The retired couple visits Truckee mostly in the summer and a few times in the winter. They spent some of their summer days working hard on the Teewinot Trail.

Friends of Tahoe Donner Trails is a chartered club dedicated to advancing the use and enjoyment of Tahoe Donner’s trails and open spaces. All Tahoe Donner members who enjoy the trails, whether on foot, on a bike, or on horseback, are encouraged to join.

What Piqued Your Interest in the Trails Club?

I spent a couple of years using the trails on my own. It’s the TD amenity that I use most often. In 2015 I came across a listing of volunteer days in TD News and I thought it would be a great opportunity to meet others who love the trails as much as I do.

It was also a way for me to get involved and learn more about my favorite amenity.

What Are You Most Proud of?

I spent the last two years working on the Teewinot Trail. I’m very proud of it because it was all done by volunteers in conjunction with the TD Trails Department. We built it from scratch, so it was something we could all see the progression of, from start to finish, rather than just maintenance.

What is the Best Part About Doing Trail Work?

Contributing in a hands-on way. Meeting other TD members, connecting with the community and not feeling like so much of a part-timer. Seeing how all the organizations work together to make Truckee and Lake Tahoe the great place it is. I now have a deep appreciation for the TD trails and beyond. I have learned so much about sustainable and best practices and volunteering has given me a new level of education and understanding of trail systems.

What Piqued Your Interest in the Trails Club?

Two years ago, we met some members of the Trails Club during an Invasive Weed Walk and joined the group soon after. We are enthusiastic hikers and liked the idea of working with the club to improve the trails, get some exercise and meet people with similar interests.

What is the Best Part About Doing Trail Work?

Exercising, socializing with like-minded people, and making a contribution to the trails system. A sense of satisfaction in improving a heavily used TD amenity – it’s the one we appreciate and enjoy the most.

We are so impressed by the parents who bring their children with them to work on the trails in an effort to help them develop an appreciation for nature and public service."

Volunteer Trail Work Day Get dirty, give back and feel the satisfaction of a job well done.

When: July 20, August 17, September 21 Time: 9AM Location: Varies Invasive Weed Walk with the Weed Warriors Visit a variety of weed infestations across the association, focusing particularly on the noxious weeds you're most likely to find infesting your yards.

When: August 3 Time: 10AM-12:30PM Visit tdtrails.org for more information.

Trail App

Get Outside + Explore The staff is incredibly nice and helpful, especially for newcomers. they are there to help. it's educational but done in a manner that respects all the things that different people bring to the table. i'm appreciative to all the staff and volunteers for all they do so that i can just roll into town and step out to my happy place."

UPCOMING EVENTS

The new mobile resource guide for Tahoe Donner trails and recreation.

Trail App

Learn more and download at tahoedonner.com/outerspatial

TEEWINOT Enjoy the southern side of Tahoe Donner on an intermediate to advanced trail through a variety of vegetation and very rocky tread.

Marked by steep slopes through old growth trees, Teewinot winds its way to views of Donner Pass. Technical sections of rock provide challenging terrain for more advanced hikers and bikers.

Length: 2.3 miles Who it's for: Hikers and bikers Starting Point: Teewinot starts on Skislope Way at the Teton Way Trailhead, just up from the green gate. The trail ends at the picnic area located at the Glacier Way trailhead.

Do it: Right now, the trail is best used as an out and back coming from either direction. Once the Donner Lake Rim Trail is completed this summer, there will be improved access to scenic trails on Tahoe Donner’s southern border.

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THE REPORT

LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY UPDATES

UPCOMING PROJECTS WILL IMPACT TRUCKEE AND TAHOE DONNER From road improvements to snow removal operations, these regional public agency projects and notices are designed to enhance the community and increase our quality of life. Stay tuned for monthly updates, and learn more at townoftruckee.com and tdpud.org.

TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Truckee Donner Public Utility District (TDPUD) started work in Tahoe Donner in late June to replace a small number of overhead line poles and to make upgrades to our Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, which involves the installation of fiber optic cable to various TDPUD facilities in Tahoe Donner. The impacts to the public will be minimal, and TDPUD is doing their best to minimize inconveniences and ensure everyone’s safety.

TDPUD appreciates your patience and understanding as our crews and contractors complete this important work. Please keep our crews and yourself safe as we enter Truckee’s construction season. For more information, visit tdpud.org or call us at (530) 587-3896.

TOWN OF TRUCKEE SLURRY SEALING PROJECT Slurry sealing in Tahoe Donner begins after July 4 and will continue throughout the summer (see bottom map).

2019 TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT PROJECTS IN TAHOE DONNER

The pole replacements include work to accommodate the installation of fiber optic cable for TDPUD’s SCADA system and routine annual work. The pole replacements will be performed by a combination of TDPUD electric crews and by a TDPUD contractor (TW Power Line Construction) with expected completion by fall.

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GREEN WASTE

By ANNIE ROSENFELD, Tahoe Donner Director of Risk and Real Property Summer is finally here and so is yard cleanup and defensible space work. Get a leg up by planning your cleanup activities now.

Proudly Serving Truckee & Tahoe-Donner For Over 25 Years

In Tahoe Donner, trash and recycling pick-up day is Tuesday.

GREEN WASTE CARTS

Opt-in to receive up to three 96-gallon green yard waste carts. Green cart service is every other week.

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In Tahoe Donner, green yard waste carts will be picked up every other Tuesday from May 7 through October 22.

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JULY 2, 16 + 30 SEPTEMBER 10 + 24 AUGUST 13 + 27 OCTOBER 8 + 22

TIPS ON USING YOUR GREEN WASTE CART No plastic bags necessary. Place yard waste – pine needles, grass clippings, pine cones, branches and shrub materials – directly in the cart.

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Blue recycling bags will be picked up every week. Place blue bags next to your garbage can to avoid any overage costs. All cardboard must be placed inside of the blue bag.

Six-yard green waste dumpsters are available by reservation for a reduced one-week rental of $70. Call TTSD to order at (530) 583-7800. This year, Truckee Fire Protection District is providing one $70 rebate per household while program funds last. Visit truckeefire.org/defensible-space for more details.

On your collection day, place your cart curbside by 6AM, with the wheels facing away from the street. The cart must be three feet away from other objects.

Lids must be closed flush. Overfilled carts will not be serviced.

DUMPSTER IN TAHOE DONNER The Northwoods Clubhouse will host a 30-yard waste dumpster for 8 weeks from June 25 through August 13. This is to help reduce fire hazards in the community and is only for Tahoe Donner members (not for commercial use).

NOTE: Do not put green bags in the dumpster.

SELF/CONTRACTOR HAUL

Tahoe Donner homeowners and contractors can drop off yard waste at Eastern Regional Landfill (ERL) for free. Homeowners are limited to six yards of waste; contractors need to provide a unique customer code.

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FEATURE

MEET THE TAHOE DONNER 4 WHEELERS “ARE YOU SCARED?” INQUIRED BILL RATCLIFF, PRESIDENT OF THE TAHOE DONNER 4 WHEELERS CLUB, AS HE LOOKED AT ME FROM THE DRIVERS SEAT OF HIS LIFTED JEEP. WE REGARDED THE OBSTACLES ON THE STEEP HILL IN FRONT OF US, APTLY NAMED “WINCH #2” AS MANY VEHICLES NEED TO BE PULLED UP AND OVER BOULDERS BY ANOTHER VEHICLE’S WINCH. I HAD TO ADMIT, I WAS A LITTLE NERVOUS, BUT FELT CONFIDENT IN BILL’S SKILLS. “Safety is our #1 priority. We are a little more mellow than other clubs,” Coleen told me before we left Northwoods parking lot on a sunny Monday morning. Coleen Liedholm and her husband Russ were two of the five members of the Tahoe Donner 4 Wheelers Club who agreed to take me out on a run of Bear Valley, along with Bill Ratcliff, Dennis Austin and Don Schellenberg. They all agreed that the best aspect of having a 4 wheelers club is that there is safety in numbers.

As we navigated the trail through deep puddles, ruts and boulders, a pattern began to emerge in the conversation I had with each driver. It soon became clear to me that this group is focused on more than just getting their vehicles over obstacles. Everyone I rode with that day put a high emphasis on the various wilderness experiences that the rides bring. There was a LOT of talk about wildflowers.

“The reason I wanted to start the club is that I can’t hike anymore, but I love seeing the beauty of the backcountry and the amazing landscapes that I would not be able to access otherwise,” Bill told me as we crested a ridge with views of the deep valley below. History is also a very important facet to their expeditions. They enjoy visiting old mines and frequent places of historical interest.

Dennis always does his research before a run so that he can inform the members of a site’s history when they are out in the field.

Each vehicle houses its own walkie talkie for communication between drivers. Warnings about tree branches up ahead that may slap a driver in the face and advice on which route to take on a difficult section were the topics on the airwaves. And when the trail mellowed out, jokes and laughter filled the air as they took friendly shots at each other.

“We don’t talk politics in our club,” Bill explained. “We have become more than just good friends. We are like family, helping each other out when someone is sick or in the hospital, checking in on one another, and showing respect for each person’s individuality.”

“The folks in the club are incredible – I’m not sure how we got so lucky,” Don reflected. “I’ve been with the club for five years and I’ve never heard anyone say anything negative about anyone.”

Story and Photos by TIFFANY CONNOLLY

DOING THEIR PART

JOIN A CLUB

The TD 4 Wheelers Club is heavily involved in the local community. Bill and Don both got misty-eyed when they explained the club’s role in helping handicapped youth access the wilderness at Camp Nejedly. Don illustrated the experience, “These kids are severely disabled. Some can’t talk, and many can’t even walk. This camp allows them to experience the outdoors, something they aren’t normally able to do. The only way to access the camp is by 4 wheel drive. We get them out there and bring them back, and the joy on their faces is indescribable.”

Tahoe Donner clubs bring the community together with common interests. Here are some of the active clubs that were started by Tahoe Donner members. Learn more about them by visiting tahoedonner.com/clubs.

Trail maintenance is also an important aspect of the group’s volunteerism. They work closely with the Forestry Department to maintain and open up various OHV trails in the area. They are also known for initiating rescues for drivers who venture out alone and end up getting stuck. Keeping the landscape pristine is also a high priority for them; they always stick to the trail.

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• SENIOR ALPINE SKI CLUB

The club is open to everyone who has 4 wheel drive, beginners included. They always scout the trails before an outing is scheduled and inform members of exactly what to expect and what type of 4 wheel drive vehicle will be successful on a route. Families are welcome – Don’s 8-year-old little girl loves going on runs with the club. And there are plenty of female drivers too, including Coleen with whom I had the pleasure of riding with. In fact, Coleen crushed it on getting up and over “Winch 2” in her Jeep on our Bear Valley run, with advice from the crew and some strategically placed rocks.

• TD 4 WHEELERS CLUB

• WOMEN’S 9-HOLERS GOLF CLUB • BRIDGE CLUB • EQUESTRIAN CLUB • FRIENDS OF TAHOE DONNER TRAILS • JUNIOR GOLF CLUB • LIMITED ABILITIES PERSONS’ GOLF CLUB – THE NEWEST CLUB! • MEN’S GOLF CLUB • QUILT CLUB • ROWING CLUB

• TENNIS CLUB • WOMEN’S GOLF CLUB

FORM A CLUB! Whiskey Club? Billiards Club? Fly Fishing Club?

Tahoe Donner wants to support you! Learn more and get an application at tahoedonner.com/clubs.

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BEACH CLUB MARINA

THE

BUZZ EVENTS. DINING. UPDATES. DAY CAMPS

EQUESTRIAN

CAMPS ARE FILLING FAST

COWGIRLS + COCKTAILS

These week-long camps provide kids ages 3-14 with fun outdoor activities that challenge and educate. Camps are offered through the week of Aug. 16. Register online with your ShopTD account or call (530) 587-9493. For camp sessions and more information visit tahoedonner.com/daycamps.

TROUT CREEK REC CENTER Trout Creek Recreation Center is moving forward with renovations. See tahoedonner.com/troutrenovation to learn more.

Vessel registration, proof of insurance, invasive species inspection and release of liability waiver are required.

See more at tahoedonner.com/marina.

4TH OF JULY SHUTTLES

A shuttle bus will be running continuous loops from the high school to the beach to accommodate additional parking on July 4th starting at 12PM. The buses will run until everyone has left the marina.

JULY PROGRAMS + EVENTS Details at tahodonner.com/events HISTORICAL KAYAK TOUR TUESDAYS | 8AM Cost: Member $30, Guest $41 JUNIOR SAILING PROGRAM WED.-FRI. | 11AM (no program July 3-5) Cost: Member $130, Guest $171 WATER KIDS CLUB FRIDAYS | 4PM (no program July 5) Cost: Member $25, Guest $35 CRAWDAD FISHING CONTEST JULY 16 | 12PM

PANCAKES + PONIES

Bring the little ones for a fun Saturday morning with a hearty breakfast followed by a 15-minute pony ride.

When: July 6 + 27, Aug. 10, Sept. 14 + 21 | 9-11AM Cost: Breakfast + ride $35 | Breakfast only $15

GOLF Tahoe Donner Golf Course and the driving range are now open. Reserve your round at tahoedonner.com/golf.

WEEKLY CLINICS

We will be closing at 3PM on July 5 + 6 for the Concert on the Green Kids Night Out. Northwoods Pool will remain open until 7PM on both days.

Golf clinics are approximately one hour and run weekly through Sept. 2.

All clinics are $25 per student, payable at the Pro Shop. For more details, see tahoedonner.com/golf.

CONCERT KIDS NIGHT OUT

Putting + Chipping Mondays | 12PM

Enjoy the Concert on the Green while your kids play games, eat pizza and watch a movie. Sign up on ShopTD. When: July 5 + 6 Time: 4:30-10PM Cost: $25 per night

WIBIT NIGHT SATURDAYS | 5PM

Every Saturday in July we will have the Wibit obstacle course set up for the kids. The pool will close from 4:305PM for course set-up.

LOW IMPACT WATER FITNESS TREVOR CLARK

Cowgirls and cowboys are invited to gather for an early evening trail ride followed by a social hour with beer, wine and appetizers.

When: July 3 + 19, Aug. 9 + 23, Sept. 20 + 27 | 5-7PM Cost: Member $69, Non-Member $85

BOAT LAUNCH POLICIES

Our Aqua Zumba and Water Aerobics classes burn calories and are easy on your joints. For a schedule of these and other fitness classes visit tahoedonner.com/fitness.

Pitching + Bunker Play Wednesdays | 12PM

SATURDAY NIGHT BBQ

Join fellow equestrians for a fun-filled, family-friendly evening of games, crafts, contests and delicious food cooked to order.

When: July 13 + Aug. 3 | 5-7:30PM Cost: Prices vary, see details online

WILD WEST FEST

Everyone is invited to an afternoon of line dancing lessons, kid's craft corral, a rope throwing station, pony rides, a western photo booth and more. Bring your appetite for a western-style BBQ. When: Aug. 31 | 4-8PM Cost: See details online

Full Swing: Irons + Hybrids Fridays | 12PM Full Swing: Fairway Woods + Drivers Saturdays | 12PM Drop-In Clinic Sundays | 9AM Junior Clinic for Ages 6-13 Sundays | 12PM

ALL COMERS MEN'S + WOMEN'S GOLF TOURNAMENT JULY 19 | 10:30AM

Open to men and women, full handicaps will be used. Registration deadline is 5PM on Monday, July 15.

CAMPGROUND

RECREATION HUT The Recreation Hut at Northwoods Pool is open daily through Sept. 2 from 9AM5PM. Visit tahoedonner.com/rec-hut for more information on all programs and activities.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT FRIDAYS | 6:30PM

Join us at Northwoods Clubhouse for a free family-friendly flick. Don't miss the special Equestrian themed movie night on July 12.

BINGO NIGHT! MONDAYS | 6:30PM

and other celestial bodies make their appearance in our night sky. Viewing will be available through a high-powered telescope. Have your own telescope or binoculars? Bring them along!

When: July 13 | 7:30PM Where: Alder Creek Adventure Center Main Focus: The Moon

Tahoe Donner Campground is open for the summer, starting at $25 per night for members. Reserve your stay at reserveamerica.com.

FREE LAWN GAMES

MARGARITA MADNESS PRO EXHIBITION JULY 6 | 3PM

Check out bocce ball, horseshoes and sand volleyball equipment for free from the Rec Hut from 9AM-5PM or from Pizza on the Hill Thursday-Monday from 5PM-dusk.

Bring a blanket and join the excitement with free weekly bingo games on the lawn outside of Northwoods Clubhouse.

Dates: June 24-Aug. 26 (not offered on July 1)

ARCHERY RENTALS, CLINICS + LESSONS

Archery rentals are available daily for adults and kids ages 7 and older. Clinics are offered every Friday-Sunday through Sept. 1. Private lessons are also available. See tahoedonner.com/archery for rates and reservations.

CELESTIAL STARGAZING

Witness celestial events and learn from the experts this summer as the planets

GEOCACHING

ROCK CLIMBING CLINIC

All levels welcome, from first-timers to experienced climbers.

Dates: Saturdays | June 22, July 6, July 20, August 3, August 10 Time: 9:30AM-12:30PM Cost: Member $50 | Guest $55 Register: Call Member Services for info (530) 587-9400

BIKEWORKS

NORTHWOODS POOL

KIDS CAMPS

TROUT CREEK REC POOL

The Recreation Pool at Trout Creek Rec Center is open daily from 10AM-7PM through Aug. 25.

Weekday hours are limited to 3-7PM after Aug. 25; weekend hours are 10AM-7PM.

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

Wear your Wimbledon whites (or pajamas) as we shall share a spot of tea, strawberries and cream, and scones whilst we watch Wimbledon together.

Cost: Tennis Club $10, Member $15, Children under 12 $5

Try your luck at finding treasure hidden around Tahoe Donner. Pick up a GPS unit from the Recreation Hut for $10.

It comes pre-loaded with our special waypoints.

AQUATICS Northwoods Pool is open 10AM-5PM daily through Aug. 16, then weekends/holidays only through Sept. 2.

Sit back, relax and watch the pros go to work as they battle it out on the court for your viewing pleasure.

BREAKFAST AT WIMBLEDON JULY 14 | 6AM

ADVENTURE DAY PROGRAMS

Drop off your children ages 7-11 at the Recreation Hut for a day full of activities.

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome depending on availability. For more information visit tahoedonner.com/adventure-days.

TENNIS CENTER

BURGERS, BRATWURST + TENNIS BASH JULY 20 | 3PM Join the Tennis Club for a full afternoon of tennis, food and fun.

Cost: Tennis Club Free, Member $10, Guest $18

Mountain biking camps are open to kids ages 10-14 who can ride a bike for 1.5 hours at a time. Camps provide a fun, safe environment where kids can improve their general mountain biking skills on the TD Trail System. To register, use your ShopTD account online or call Bikeworks at (530) 582-9694.

TWO-DAY CAMPS Offered Saturdays and Sundays from 9AM-12PM now through Aug. 18 (not available July 27-28) at $99 per child.

Lessons are 30 minutes long each day for one week. Sessions end the week of Aug. 12. Register online with your ShopTD account.

*All prices subject to change.

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QUILT CLUB Pictured are just some of the pillows our ladies have made for the Veterans Home in Reno.

THE

BUZZ: CLUBS EQUESTRIAN CLUB

TD 4 WHEELERS CLUB

This summer the Tahoe Donner Equestrian Club is sponsoring two of the Friday night family movies. Bring the kids and join us on July 12 and August 2 at Northwoods Clubhouse for a short horse-themed movie. There will even be a raffle with kid’s prizes! See you there!

We had an exciting run in Nevada last month, visiting the historic Donovan Stamp Mill in Silver City which is being restored by the Comstock Historical Society. We then took on El Dorado Canyon, south of Dayton. El Dorado is a very scenic canyon but us drivers were busy concentrating on getting over boulders in the stream bed and negotiating steep drops and side hills from washouts, which often prevented us from enjoying the scenery.

SENIOR ALPINE SKI CLUB Mother Nature decided she was NOT done with winter. She teased us with a few nice days in April and then reared up her ugly side and brought winter back to Tahoe this May. We did, however, enjoy a handful of club spring skiing days in April at Northstar, Alpine Meadows and Squaw Valley, and a few of us diehards even skied powder (chowder?) at Alpine and Squaw in mid to late May. I think we are finally transitioning into summer and can look forward to our summer club activities. Coming up on July 4 we have a club ski day planned at Squaw Valley.

We had 14 vehicles and it was slow going – it took nearly six hours to get through. Carl Hayden took his Toyota Tacoma and demonstrated great driving but still ended up with some exhaust system dents and bumper damage – but he made it through and has good stories to tell. Luckily, he wanted an excuse to get a steel rear bumper and a Reno shop was able to repair the exhaust system inexpensively. The run was definitely more challenging than I remember.

The Tahoe Donner Quilt Club is making lap quilts and pillows for Veterans.

There are 60 residents in the Veterans Home, and we plan to have something for everyone and delivered in time for 4th of July.

The TD Quilt Club is very active with community projects and we welcome any donations of fabric for the Truckee Healthy babies program in which we create and provide baby quilts, placemats for Meals on wheels and pillows for the Cancer Center. If you have questions please contact Marilyn Dundas at md11792@outlook.com.

WOMEN'S 9-HOLERS GOLF CLUB Welcome summer! Now that golf weather is here we’ve been enjoying social rounds along with weekly club play on Thursdays. Our event directors have some tournaments and clinics in the works for us this summer as well.

On the afternoon/evening of July 5 we have a get together planned at the Tahoe Donner Concert on the Green.

Look for our ski club banner, come join our group and meet some great people who love skiing.

TREVOR CLARK

Future summer activities for our club include kayaking on Lake Tahoe, a summer potluck and BBQ in August, and a pickleball/tennis party at our own Tahoe Donner tennis center.

Please visit our website at tdski.com for club information and details about upcoming events throughout the year.

Contact one of the board members or click on the tab to sign up if you would like to join our club or need more information. We always welcome enthusiastic new members who enjoy downhill skiing and the incredible outdoor activities the Tahoe region has to offer.

Some club members are driving their Jeeps in the Truckee 4th of July parade, so please cheer them on. We’re also attending Concert on the Green on July 6, so stop by to meet club members. Additionally, we have two great runs scheduled in July - Saddleback Fire Lookout on through Poker Flat to La Porte on July 20. On July 27 we’re doing the Pole Creek OHV Trail maintenance day with the Forest Service. Pole Creek is beautiful! Check out td4wheelers.org and join us on any run that fits your interest and experience level.

One of the great things about our club is that it provides opportunities to improve our game at every level while having fun! We have a friendly, supportive group of golfers in the club this year, and as a bonus, we have our TD pros as a resource.

WANT TO JOIN THE FUN? If you have questions about our club or would like to learn how the group fits your golf style please contact our president, Shellie Poplin, at shelliepoplin@gmail.com.

THE

BUZZ:

DINING The Lodge Restaurant & Pub offers upscale dining, a hand-picked wine selection, craft cocktail menu and a sunny deck that overlooks the Tahoe Donner Golf Course.

Pizza on the Hill at Northwoods Clubhouse is the perfect place to bring the entire family.

JULY HOURS

Order menu items from the bar, or one of the other designated counters, and your food will be brought to you while the kids swing, slide and climb on the play structure outside.

Located at Alder Creek Adventure Center, Alder Creek Cafe and Trailside Bar offer a casual dining atmosphere, outdoor seating, grab-and-go food options and a fresh, seasonal menu with plenty of healthy options.

PUB HAPPY HOUR

LUNCH SERVED DAILY

Daily | 2-4PM Stop into The Lodge Pub after your round for Happy Hour drink pricing and $5 food specials in the Pub.

GRAB-AND-GO + TRAILSIDE BAR

NO CORKAGE TUESDAYS

Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-4PM Saturday | 11:30AM-5PM

Bring in a special bottle of wine from home and we’ll waive the corkage fee on Tuesdays. Only available for dinner; not valid July 2.

FRIDAY NIGHT CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

FREE TEQUILA TASTING

Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-3PM Saturday | 11:30AM-4PM

Think you've got what it takes to be the cornhole champion of Tahoe Donner? Find out at this fun tournament and compete for prizes. Food and drinks will be available from Alder Creek Cafe and Trailside Bar, including Chef David Smith’s ever-popular Ahi Poke Edi-Bol.

15275 ALDER CREEK RD (530) 587-9686

Daily | 4-5:30PM starting July 8 Enjoy drink specials and 25% off pub fare, soups, salads and appetizers in The Lodge Pub.

SUMMER HOURS

GOLFERS' HAPPY HOUR

Thursday-Monday | 3-5PM Enjoy food and drink specials including $5 Coors Lights, $6 select drafts and house wines.

July 26 | 5-6:30PM Sample selections from 21 Seeds Tequila.

Thursday-Monday | 3-8:30PM

HAPPY HOUR

BINGO NIGHT

Mondays | 6:30-8PM Bring a blanket and join the excitement with free weekly bingo games on the lawn outside Northwoods Clubhouse.

Order Pizza on the Hill for dinner and compete for prizes. Not offered July 1.

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T-9 Grill at the golf course is open daily from 10AM-4PM.

POLO GRILL

Marco Polo Grill at Trout Creek Recreation Center is open daily for lunch from 11:30AM-3PM.

Marina Grill at Beach Club Marina is open daily from 11AM-6PM.

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*All offers listed are valid during non-holiday periods and are not valid with any other promotions or coupons. Offers subject to change.

Lunch | 11:30AM-4PM Dinner | 5-9PM

ORDER FROM THE BAR

THE REPORT

TAHOE DONNER COVENANTS RULES

Ask about monthly specials, and Tahoe Donner resident discounts.

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TRASH

LIGHTS OUT

Lock it up in your bear-proof container, never your neighbors’ or dumped anywhere in Tahoe Donner.

Enjoy the mountain stars and minimize light pollution by turning off outdoor lighting after 10PM.

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LEASH UP

FIREWORKS + FIREARMS

Pets must be on leash at association facilities and must be within voice control on Truckee streets.

Using any kind of explosive device, including fireworks and firearms, is prohibited on Tahoe Donner-owned property.

TREE SERVICE & Defensible Space Inc. Since 1990

SLOW DOWN

RESPECT QUIET HOURS

The speed limit is predominantly 25 MPH here. Wildlife, accidents, dogs and children could require sudden stops.

HOW TO MAKE A COVENANTS COMPLAINT 1

Call (530) 414-8166. NEW! Extended hours: phone answered 24/7 by staff during business hours and an answering service after hours

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Email compliance@tahoedonner.com.

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Submit at onestop.tahoedonner.com.

Loud music, barking dogs and late-night partying are prohibited from 10PM-7AM.

WHAT INFORMATION TO PROVIDE When making a complaint, be prepared to provide: • • • • • •

Your name, address and email.

Address of property being complained about.

Nature of complaint with times occurring.

Evidence: photos, video, etc.

How this behavior is affecting you.

What actions have been taken (e.g., called police).

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FEATURE

IT TAKES A VILLAGE TAHOE DONNER MEMBERS CONTRIBUTE TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

By TIFFANY CONNOLLY

To visit Truckee is to escape from the stresses of city life, traffic and noise. It’s a place to unwind, unplug, and recharge. And behind the scenes exists a community of families, professionals, business owners and labourers who keep Truckee running by cleaning houses and yards, preparing and serving food, and maintaining recreational facilities.

Living and working in Truckee has undeniable advantages, but with rising home prices and low wages, some members of the community struggle to stay afloat. Tahoe Donner homeowners and philanthropists took notice of this and founded The Giving Fund as a way of alleviating some of the financial burden local non-profits and individuals shoulder.

GIVING BACK “The Giving Fund is a way for Tahoe Donner residents to pool their resources in order to be part of the local community and not just ‘those people on the hill,’” explained Suzanne Sullivan, Giving Fund founding member and chair. “It’s a way of saying thank you to the people who create and maintain the Truckee region and environment that we all love.”

By securing donations from Tahoe Donner members, the Giving Fund is able to provide significant scholarships for deserving students as well as grants for local non-profits in the areas of education, the environment, human services, and arts and culture.

“It means giving back. The local students and the effect that our giving has on the community is what drives me. It’s tedious work, but when I read the scholarship applications and read these kids’ stories and see the need, I just can’t turn my back on that. It’s the opportunity to change a life and improve a situation,” says Barbara Ramsey, Giving Fund Committee Member.

For some scholarship recipients, the gift sets the course for educational and career opportunities that wouldn’t be obtainable otherwise.

PHILANTHROPY FOR SCHOLARS Arturo Colmenares, a recent graduate of Truckee High School is one of the most recent recipients of The Giving Fund’s Impact Scholarship, a 4- to 5-year award of up to $10,000 per year. He reflects on his freshman year, “I was being raised in an extremely unhealthy environment. My teacher realized that I was smart but not able to complete my work because of the way things were at home. She stepped in and decided to help. I was able to turn my life around from being the bad kid to being a focused student,” explained Arturo.

Together, Arturo and his teacher filed for a change in guardianship that allowed him to move out of his unsupportive home. Arturo thrived from then on. In his senior year, upon learning that he was accepted to the University of Reno, Nevada, he began applying for financial aid and scholarships.

“I’ve worked at The Boys & Girls club for three years, and I love working with kids. I want to keep doing that for the rest of my life.” With the scholarship money that Arturo received through The Giving Fund’s generous donors, he plans to become a teacher and hopes to serve children in need. And there are plenty of families in Truckee that are in need.

“Following a school break like ski/skate week or spring break, there are some kids who take really amazing trips. However, there are a number of kids who are not going on vacation. They are staying at home alone and unsupervised because their parents, who can’t afford daycare, are working in the service industry, cleaning homes or working multiple jobs,” explained Diane Welch, a Truckee teacher and Tahoe Donner homeowner.

COMMUNITY IMPACT It’s not only students that benefit from the philanthropy of Giving Fund donors. Since 2015, The Giving Fund has given out over $89,000 in grants to community programs. Some of the recipients of these grants include The Boys and Girls Club, Sierra Senior Services, Arts for the Schools, Truckee Community Theatre, Sugar Pine Foundation, the Family Resource Center, Truckee Donner Land Trust, Tahoe-Pyramid Trail, Give Back Tahoe, and many, many more.

“The Giving Fund has done so much great work, but there is so much more we can do. Awareness is a key issue. Second homeowners buy in our amazing Sierras to have a place to rest and recreate. We honor that but want our TD neighbors to also be aware of the needs within Truckee, of the people that make it possible for them to enjoy their homes here. We hope greater awareness will result in more contributions. If every homeowner gave just $100, think of what we could accomplish in the community,” reminds Suzanne.

BY THE NUMBERS 107

Tahoe Donner members donated to The Giving Fund in 2018

$89,000

Donated to local non-profits over the last 5 years

$1,000

Scholarship amount awarded in 2015

HOW TO CONTRIBUTE Support the community you love by considering a donation to The Giving Fund. Every dollar adds up and you’ll know that you are helping to change lives for the better.

LAPTOPS NEEDED The Giving Fund is currently collecting used laptops for the students who received scholarships.

If you have a laptop that would benefit a student, please send an email to tdgf@tahoedonner.com.

To make a financial donation please visit our website at tahoedonner.com/giving-fund. Any amount helps!

ALL ABOARD THE GIVING FUND TRAIN!

$16,000

Scholarship amount awarded in 2018 as six scholarships*

$52,000

Scholarships awarded since 2015*

$200,000

Donated by one anonymous donor

$200,000

Awarded to scholars as four Impact Scholarships

Join us for a special evening at the Giving Fund's 5th Annual Dinner & Silent Auction. Chef Lew is preparing a menu to top all menus with scrumptious options for vegetarians. The auction features many new and exciting items, including pedal transportation, lake fun, snow clearing, breathtaking artwork, delicious dinners and more.

In keeping with our theme and the 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad, our speaker is Jerry Blackwill, President of the Truckee Donner Railroad Society. Jerry is a Tahoe Donner resident and keeper of Truckee area railroad history.

Purchase your tickets now and support the community you love – visit July18Dinner.brownpapertickets.com.

*Not including the Impact Scholarships

WHAT: 5th Annual Dinner & Silent Auction WHEN: Thursday, July 18, 2019 TIME: 6PM hospitality | 7PM dinner COST: $100 per person (plus ticket service charge) WHERE: The Pavilion Tent at The Lodge

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FEATURE

BEST OF TAHOE DONNER

SUMMER ADVENTURES

KYLE KELLY

By TIFFANY CONNOLLY

It’s officially summer in the High Sierra and Tahoe Donner has everything needed to make this year the best yet. Cool off in Donner Lake at your private Beach Club Marina, sip drinks by the pool, work on your swing at our award-winning golf course and explore trails on bike, horseback or on foot. There are no limits to your Tahoe Donner summer adventures.

BEST NEIGHBORHOOD SOIRÉE Nothing says neighborly love like a backyard BBQ. The Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center is your host this summer. Bring the family, meet your neighbors and hang with your friends. The entire family will enjoy an evening of games, crafts, contests and delicious food. Highlights include pony rides for the tykes, cornhole, piñata, a dress-up photo station, golden horseshoe hunt and a family water balloon toss.

Reservations (530) 587-9470. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/equestrian.

WHAT: Saturday Night BBQ WHEN: July 13 | 5-7:30

BEST AL FRESCO DINING A cold beer in hand, delectable fare and a view of open wilderness is waiting for you at Alder Creek Adventure Center. The patio at Alder Creek Cafe is casual mountain dining at its finest. Order from Chef David’s menu featuring locally sourced ingredients and grab a beer or glass of wine at the Trailside Bar. Kick back, relax and be entertained by the mountain bikers and horseback riders as they embark on their backcountry exploits.

WHERE: The Equestrian Center

ALDER CREEK CAFE + TRAILSIDE BAR

BEST FLOATING CLASSROOM

LUNCH: Sunday-Friday | 11:30AM-3PM Saturday | 11:30AM-4PM

Learn about the history of Donner Lake, its surroundings and previous inhabitants as you glide through clear waters on a kayak. Our knowledgeable guides will spend an hour on the water with you during this informative historical tour. When you’ve had your fill of history, fill up your belly with breakfast on the patio of Marina Grill. Registration is required.

Learn more at tahoedonner.com/marina.

WHAT: Historical Kayak Tour WHEN: July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6 + 13 WHERE: Beach Club Marina COST: Member $30 | Guest $41

BEST ADRENALINE INDUCING VIEWS Ever wondered what rock climbing was all about but didn’t know how to start? Or perhaps you love to climb and are on the hunt for your next adventure. It doesn’t matter if you’re a newbie or a seasoned vet; our rock climbing clinics are designed for everyone.

Rock climbing adventures take place in the mornings on Donner Summit. All gear is included. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/rec-hut.

WHEN: July 6 + 20, August 3 + 10 WHERE: Donner Summit COST: Member $50 | Guest $55

BEST ADVENTURES FOR KIDS Your little ones and teenagers will be creating life-long memories of Tahoe Donner, Truckee and Donner Lake at week-long and drop-in camps. Our trained staff loves to get kids outside with summer activities that include games, arts and crafts, hiking adventures, outdoor wilderness skills, swimming, archery, rock climbing and more. Week-long Day Camps for kids ages 3-14 are group by age and run Monday-Friday. Daily drop-in Adventure Day Camps for kids ages 7-11 run Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and are grouped by theme.

Learn more at tahoedonner.com/summercamps.

BEST WAY TO GET IN THE ZONE Get to the green quicker and perfect your golf game with a one-hour clinic. We have a knowledgeable team of golf professionals ready to help with your swing, chipping, putting, pitching and bunker play. They pride themselves in their ability to connect with players of all levels and communicate concepts in ways that are easy to understand and apply. For full schedule and information see tahoedonner.com/golf.

WHEN: Daily | Times Vary COST: $25 per session

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS There’s something for everyone at the recreation pool at Trout Creek Recreation Center. While the kids splash, slide and play, the adults enjoy poolside dining and even cocktails. On Saturdays the Wibit Obstacle course will keep the kids busy and challenged. For parents with little ones, wander over to the kiddie pool where toddlers can experience pool-time in a safe and mellow environment.

WHEN: Daily | 10AM-7PM WHERE: Trout Creek Recreation Center

BEST PLACE TO UNPLUG The basecamp for backcountry exploration is Alder Creek Adventure Center. Dip into the Euer valley via horse, bike or afoot. The Tahoe Donner Equestrian Center offers guided trail rides for exploration on horseback. For the mountain bikers, Bikeworks has everything you need, including gear, bike rentals, guides and a repair shop. Grab a trail map, lace up your shoes, breath the fresh air and take in the views.

Unplug and immerse yourself in nature.

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MARTIS WILDLIFE AREA

WE CAN'T AFFORD TO LET IT GO Submitted by THE TRUCKEE RIVER WATERSHED COUNCIL

The Truckee River Watershed Council is excited to tell you about a big habitat effort happening in Truckee. It’s called the Martis Wildlife Area Restoration Project.

the meadow’s ability to perform its natural hydrological function. Which is exactly why the time is now – this summer – for a major restoration project.

As many know, this beautiful span of alpine meadow is one of the most treasured spots in the Sierra. What many don’t know is that this beloved spot is gravely endangered.

Streams are drying up, banks are rapidly eroding, and habitats are being threatened.

The need to protect the meadow dovetails perfectly with a statewide push to manage water in California. This large-scale effort is set to restore:

What healthy meadows do: • • • •

store and filter drinking water prevent run-off and erosion mitigate drought, fire and flooding provide habitats for wildlife

Martis Creek Wildlife Area could be a perfect example of the ideal meadow; unfortunately, it’s not. The meadow is starting to do what deserts do (repel water) instead of what meadows do (hold water).

BALANCE HYDROLOGICS

Decades of misuse from mining, grazing, logging and development has degraded

• • • •

70 acres of wet meadow 2 miles of streams habitats for fish, birds and mammals revegetation of native wetland and riparian species

Accomplishing all this will take most of the summer and patient cooperation from area locals, like yourself. Look for big yellow earthmovers in the meadow and please respect signage regarding trail usage and parking.

Over the next few years, the meadow will emerge wetter, wilder and greener, as we create a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Please join us in protecting this precious resource. We can’t afford to let it go.

For more information visit truckeeriverwc.org, meadowsforever.org or email aholmes@truckeeriverwc.org.

WHERE TO GET YOUR MEADOW FIX WHILE THE MEADOW IS BEING FIXED Many favorite spots on the Tomkins Memorial Trail (TMT) surrounding the meadow will still be accessible. Consider revisiting former favorites or discovering new trails throughout the breathtakingly beautiful Truckee/Tahoe area.

For information about trail access and parking visit: northstarcsd.org/tompkins-memorial-trail Please remember to respect all signage, trail closings and rules for pets. It’s all for the good of our meadow.

It takes a dedicated team to do what we do. Thank you to our partners, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Northstar California Resort and the Northstar Community Services District.

Thank you to the funders who are making this work possible – donors to the Truckee River Watershed Council, Bella Vista Foundation, California Department of Fish and Wildlife via Prop 1, The Martis Fund and U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.

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2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTIONS RESULTS Congratulations to Charles C. Wu and Jim Roth, who were elected to a three-year term as winners of the 2019 Tahoe Donner Board of Directors Election. Thank you to everyone who voted, and to the four candidates who ran for the two available seats in this year’s election.

NOW ACCEPTING YOUR BEST PHOTOS! ANNUAL PHOTO CONTEST

This year we had a 44.2% voter turnout – the highest voter turnout to date and up from 33.7% in 2018.

CANDIDATES

VOTES

Charles C. Wu

1,537

Michael Sullivan

1,173

Jim Roth

1,388

Nan Meek Total votes

944 5,042

QUORUM SUMMARY Type of Ballot Ballots w/ Candidates Vote Quorum Purposes Only Totals

Ballots Cast

Votes Cast

2,778

5,042

44

n/a

2,822

5,042

Member Eligible to Vote

6,386

Required Quorum 25%

1,597

OPEN TO: Tahoe Donner Members

OTHER INFO Total Ballots Counted Disqualified Ballots Total Ballots Received

DEADLINE: September 6, 2019

2,822 52 2,874

If you have any questions, please email the Elections Committee at electionscommittee@tahoedonner.com.

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RECENT CHALLENGES + OPPORTUNITIES STRATEGIC GUIDANCE REFINED

STRATEGIC PLAN GUIDANCE

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Macro (US/Region Economy) Micro Tahoe Donner Specific

AU GU ST

Capital improvement reserve funds for aging facilities

DEC EM BE R

BUDGET REPORT ISSUED

KEY ASSUMPTIONS DEVELOPED

ANNUAL ASSESSMENT INVOICED DUE JAN. 1

ER MB E V O

THE BOARD, FINANCE COMMITTEE AND MANAGEMENT ARE INVOLVED THROUGHOUT ENTIRE PROCESS OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS

SEPTEMBER

BUDGET TIMELINE

DETAIL MEETINGS + REVIEWS Operating Fund Capital Funds

Federal and state regulatory cost pressures (California minimum wage increases $1/8% from $12 to $13, effective 1/1/2020)

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ER TOB OC

BUDGET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING KEY DELIVERABLES: • Annual Assessment requirement • Operating / Development / Replacement Reserve / New Equipment Fund components • Reserve Study update / Capital Spend Plan

FINAL BUDGET REVIEW + APPROVAL

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THE REPORT

BRIEFS PEAK PERFORMERS

Renee takes pride in her work and always gives a cheerful “hello” from behind a vacuum cleaner, while scrubbing restrooms or cleaning windows. In addition, her willingness to be flexible around special events makes her such a valuable employee. We appreciate having you as part of the Tahoe Donner team, Renee!

TROUT CREEK RENOVATION AND EXPANSION

TAKE A SHUTTLE TO TRUCKEE THURSDAYS

GABBY MICHEL MEMBER SERVICES Gabby started in February and brings her A-game every day that she is at work. Tahoe Donner has received multiple comments regarding Gabby’s excellent customer service to members, guests and other staff, all while maintaining a Zendesk customer satisfaction rating of 98.3%. During the short time that Gabby has been at Tahoe Donner, she has showed leadership, professionalism, initiative and incredible team work with her fellow Tahoe Donner staff and customers.

Thank you, Gabby!

Forget the parking headaches and leave the car behind. Enjoy one of Truckee's most iconic summer events hassle-free with complimentary shuttles from Trout Creek Recreation Center to Downtown Truckee and back, with service available approximately every 15 minutes from 4:30-9:15PM. The last downtown pickup is at 9:30PM.

FINANCE COMMITTEE VACANCY: 1 ALTERNATE POSITION OPEN If you are interested in serving on a committee, please fill out and submit a committee application form, a brief bio and a resume to the executive assistant at executiveassistant@tahoedonner.com.

Submissions must be in PDF format.

Applications are available at tahoedonner.com/committees under “finance” and “vacancies.”

FIREWORKS ARE PROHIBITED IN TAHOE DONNER AND NEVADA COUNTY RENEE WILLETTE ALDER CREEK ADVENTURE CENTER Renee works quietly behind the scenes at TD Downhill and Alder Creek Adventure Center, diligently cleaning up whatever is left at the end of the day. Renee works odd hours and is often unseen. The work is not glamorous but is essential to our operations.

The possession, lighting, shooting, holding, etc. of any type of fireworks is prohibited in Tahoe Donner on private lots, common areas or other association-owned properties at any time. As noted by the Nevada County Consolidated Fire District, "Fireworks, including those classified as safe and sane, are illegal to possess or use in all areas of Nevada County." Be safe, enjoy the public fireworks displays and help prevent wildfires.

Trout Creek Renovation has entered the transition to Phase 2 (July-January 2020) which will be ongoing through July. We continue to work hard to minimize the impact on our users. In order to ensure that members continue to have use of cardio and weight machines, they will be relocated in two sub-phases – 2a and 2b. Fitness classes will only be affected in the last half of sub-phase 2b. Learn more at tahoedonner.com/troutrenovation.

GET EMERGENCY UPDATES FROM NIXLE Nixle keeps you up to date with emergency community information, road closures, fire updates and more, through brief text messaging. It’s easy to sign up – visit nixle.com.

HOMES ON THE RISE The Architectural Standards Committee reviewed the following plans in May 2019.

UNIT/LOT ADDRESS

SQ. FT.

PROJECT

08/241

10834 Mougle Lane

3,407

House

06/588

12380 Springbrook Place

2,689

House

03/504

14276 Skislope Way

3,047

House

03/536

13350 Skislope Way

3,047

House

TRUCKEE AREA CAMPFIRE BAN THE TRUCKEE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT HAS IMPLEMENTED AN ORDINANCE TO BAN BACKYARD TYPE CAMPFIRES AND CHARCOAL BBQS DURING FIRE SEASON (EFFECTIVE JUNE17–NOVEMBER)

serving the truckee • tahoe area

As we’ve all seen, the fire danger in California has continued to increase and the Truckee area is no exception. California has seen 9 of the 20 most destructive fires in California’s history, just in the last 5 years.

Each year, the Truckee Fire District responds to unattended or improperly extinguished residential campfires that escape the fire ring and start a wildfire. If this happens on a windy day, it can be devastating to our community.

CAUSES OF EXTREME FIRE DANGER

WHAT IS ALLOWED

The build-up of dry fuels

Outdoor gas appliances

Significant drought

Gas portable fire pits

Increased human presence

Gas BBQs

Visitors unaware of the danger

Pellet burning devices

Escaped campfires and improper disposal of charcoal

Wood pellet fuel-based BBQs and smokers

WHAT IS BANNED Residential campfires/bonfires that burn anything other than gas BBQs that burn charcoal, wood, or lump charcoal Ceramic charcoal grills ( i.e., Big Green Egg) Briquette fuel-based smokers

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DO YOUR PART THIS FIRE SEASON TO HELP REDUCE THE FIRE DANGER IN OUR COMMUNITY. REPORT ILLEGAL FIRES BY CALLING 911.

The district will not issue briquette BBQ permits to individual residences.

Tahoe Donner will not be allowing wood/charcoal BBQs at the Tahoe Donner Campground or other amenities while the Truckee Fire Ban is in place.

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ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS OFFICE UPDATES + REMINDERS The Tahoe Donner Architectural Standards Office would like to remind our members and contractors of some of the requirements for building in Tahoe Donner.

CONSTRUCTION HOURS + WORK SITE REQUIREMENTS: • Construction hours: Mon-Fri | 7AM-7PM Sat-Sun + Holidays | 8AM-7PM • Parking on another homeowners’ property or blocking the street is prohibited.

• Deliveries should be made only to the property under construction.

• Be considerate of neighbors and reduce loud noise as much as possible.

• Keep music volume at a reasonable level – it should not be loud enough to be heard over the noise of tools.

• Keep construction sites tidy.

• Store materials neatly on your property.

• Make sure the required sanitary facilities are on-site prior to construction and that your employees use them.

Please contact the contractor or the owner first for construction concerns. If it is not resolved, report concerns (garbage, litter, loud radios, etc.) to the Architectural Standards Office by calling (530) 414-8166, visiting the OneStop owner portal, or by emailing compliance@tahoedonner.com.

OVER-THE-COUNTER APPLICATIONS In addition to the normal over-the-counter application submittals offered throughout the week for maintenance projects (roof changes, animal resistant garbage can enclosures, etc.) the ASO also offers an over-thecounter application submittal extending to all Maintenance and Minor Projects every Friday from 9AM-12PM through September 27 on a walk-in, first-come, first-served, basis.

ELIGIBLE PROJECTS + GENERAL REQUIREMENTS • A site plan is required if a new footprint is proposed.

• Elevation plans are required for design changes to structures (in lieu of elevation plans, photos may be accepted – contact ASO prior).

• Projects that do not encroach into a required setback or easement.

• Projects that do not require neighbor notification.

For more information on types of projects included in “Over-the-Counter Fridays” click on “Application Information” on our website at tahoedonner.com/architectural-standards.

Architectural Standards Office, HOIP consists of street-view inspections and is meant to promote a standard of home maintenance to benefit all homeowners. Because of this, emphasis is placed on compliance rather than punitive measures.

During the street view inspection, staff focus on the following home maintenance items:

APPOINTMENTS To make an appointment for an in-office application submittal for Major Projects and Minor Projects with Neighbor Notification, call (530) 587-9407, email aso@tahoedonner.com, or submit online at tahoedonner.com/architectural-standards under “Application Information.”

• Home structure and paint • Quality of roof • Garbage Can Enclosure (GCE) or Animal Resistant Garbage Can Enclosure (ARGCE) • Exterior lighting compliance • Decks • Check for any illegal structures • Vents, chimneys, and metal hardware

EXTERIOR CHANGES Please call or email our office prior to commencement of an exterior project and give us a description of the proposed work.

Oftentimes the work is “like-for-like” and a quick call will help us update your file. If the work includes new landscaping or changes in the material or color of your house or garage, please contact our office to see if a permit is required. Please remind your contractor that all new exterior work, including landscaping projects, requires permits from both Tahoe Donner and possibly the Town of Truckee.

If you have any questions concerning HOIP or to schedule a street view inspection, contact Tahoe Donner ASO at (530) 587-9407 or email compliance@tahoedonner.com.

If you have any questions, please stop by our office, call us at (530) 587-9407 or send an email to aso@tahoedonner.com.

HOMEOWNER INSPECTION PROGRAM (HOIP)

Tahoe Donner prides itself on having some of the highest quality homes in the Tahoe Truckee region, with an estimated community real estate value of 3.8 billion dollars (March 2019 Tahoe Donner News).

The board of directors initiated the Homeowner Inspection Program (HOIP) in 2013 in order to maintain the aesthetic quality of homes in Tahoe Donner. Managed by the

HOME OWNER INSPECTION PROGRAM TIMELINE Inspection triggered by realtor request, deed change or grid schedule Street view inspection If Pass: Meets Minimum Standards letter sent to homeowner If Fail: Inspection results mailed to homeowner. Deferred maintenance repairs listed with a 1 year completion deadline Reinspection by ASO after 1 year If Pass: Meets Minimum Standards letter sent to homeowner If Fail: Homeowner scheduled for hearing with ASC to discuss with homeowner what the maintenance plan is for the home (if any) and determine an action to promote compliance

THE REPORT

BOARD MEETING RECAPS SPECIAL BOARD MEETING June 1, 2019 | 9AM ACTION • Board Directors officer position change 4-1

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING June 1, 2019 | 9:30AM ACTION • Board of Director Officer Positions 3-2 • Classification of 2019 Budgeted Replacement Reserve Fund Legal Expense for Governing Document Update Project 5-0 • Tahoe Donner Governing Document Update Project 5-0

DAILY ACCESS FEE + OTHER BOARD MEETING UPDATES June 21, 2019

Based on extensive member feedback, the Board of Directors discussed the Amenity Access Fee. The results of the discussion, which included comprehensive member input, were that members, accompanied and unaccompanied guests paying the Daily Access Fee will be allowed access to all private amenities for that day (reverting back to the previous policy). The rates will remain the same.

Vacation this Summer … without leaving home

Following a 45-day member notice and comment period, the board voted 5-0 to adopt the Seasonal Outdoor Woodburning Fire Ban rule and fines relating to violation of the rule, effective June 21, 2019.

Seasonal Outdoor Woodburning Fire Ban. Tahoe Donner properties are subject to Truckee Fire Protection District Ordinance 03-2019 which bans wood and charcoal fires, including outdoor fireplaces and barbecues, during periods designated by Truckee Fire Protection District. A violation of this ordinance shall also constitute a Tahoe Donner covenants violation.

Fines relating to the violation of the Seasonal Outdoor Woodburning Fire Ban are as follows: • 1st violation of the rule, a fine may be assessed of up to $5,000 maximum fine.

• Should there be subsequent violations within a one-year period from the first offense, fines will double per violation up to maximum $5,000 per fine assessed.

• Suspension of amenity privileges for a minimum of 30 days may be considered.

Additionally, Director Suzy Knisley resigned from her position and we sincerely thank her for her hard work and dedication to our community.

See full minutes at tahoedonner.com/boardmeetingdocs.

Provide feedback to help improve the overall association. Submit your comments and concerns at board@tahoedonner.com.

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WHERE I N

T H E

WORLD IS TD NEWS?

NORWAY Lee and Cathy Brossier in the Flåm fjord in Norway on a nine-day cruise to enjoy the stunning scenery of all the Norwegian fjords.

TURKMENISTAN Tom and Cynthia Atkin at the restored Parthian Kingdom of Nisa, near the capital Ashgabat. Turkmenistan is one of the five “Stans,” which are five countries that were formed early 1990s after the fall of the Soviet Union.

VIENNA, AUSTRIA Dave and Pat Lindsay in front of St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna.

OAHU, HAWAII Tom and Andrea Spink visited Pearl Harbor while on Oahu, Hawaii, including the Battleship USS Missouri Memorial on Ford Island.

SUBMIT YOUR PHOTOS Email your “Where in the World” photos to comdep@tahoedonner.com.

Please submit only JPG files of 300 dpi for printing. Photos must include a copy of TD News. Please list the names of everyone in the picture, where it was taken, and a short description. Note: please be patient; it could take several months to see your photo published.

PORTILLO, CHILE Bob and Timber Vincent, with their friends John Pawek, Mike Anderson and Dave Way, enjoyed some summertime snow in the mountainous Chilean Andes at the Ski Portillo Resort.

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Alison Elder Information gathered from TSMLS 1/1/2011-5/31/2019.

Volume has been rounded up to the nearest $10,000 for ease of reader review.

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